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dahlias

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He said the risk of frost would pass in the south soon, allowing "frost-tender plants" such as dahlias and tomatoes to be planted outside.

From BBC May 1, 2025

Meanwhile, dahlias cover a partially shaded area that Lee and Johnsen refer to as the pollinator garden.

From Seattle Times May 22, 2024

White marigolds and green onions are planted to help deter the skunks, raccoons and squirrels that like to pull out her dahlias.

From Los Angeles Times May 21, 2024

Tables will be festooned with pink roses, Australian eucalyptus, dahlias and delphiniums.

From Washington Times Oct. 25, 2023

One of the curtain robes was draped over her head as a veil and she carried a big bouquet of only slightly wilted dahlias.

From "The Egypt Game" by Zilpha Keatley Snyder